576 Amherst Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,344
Sq Ft
1958
Built
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Recreation Room
- Community Pool
- Cumberland Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Tennis Courts
About This Home
As of October 2024So much larger than it looks! Huge family room addition 19 x 22 square feet and even larger lower level recreation room (29 x 24) with full bath, utility room, wet bar and storage. This home has been meticulously maintained; 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath step up ranch style home. Eat in kitchen and spacious pantry with open pass through to the living room. Primary bedroom has shared full bath. Detached one car garage has large carport connected. There is also a separate workroom (22 x 23) attached to the back of the garage. Located in desirable Cumberland area of Des Plaines - close to Cumberland METRA commuter train station, shopping, schools, parks, tennis courts, swimming pool. Convenient access to Rand Rd., 294/90 and O'Hare.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams ONEChicago License #471007126 Listed on: 08/14/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475179477
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,445
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 51 x 160 x 51 x 60
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Carport
- Garage Transmitter
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Step Ranch
Interior Spaces
- 2,344 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Storm Screens
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Stamped Concrete Patio
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Cumberland Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 14, 2024
Closed on
Oct 16, 2024
Sold by
Carol R Grochocinski Trust and Grochocinski James M
Bought by
Vasile Mihaela and Vasile Gheorghe
Seller's Agent
Mary Childers
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Richardson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-13.33%
Views
95
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.37%
Original Mortgage
$370,500
Outstanding Balance
$367,609
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$70,682
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2015
Sold by
Grochocinski James M
Bought by
Carol R Grochocinski Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 1993
Sold by
Pinnacle Bank
Bought by
Grochocinski Norbert J and Grochockinski Carol R
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $390,000 | Freedom Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $370,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2025 07/20/25 | For Sale | $529,900 | +35.9% | $226 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Sold | $390,000 | -2.5% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 09/23/2024 09/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2024 09/05/24 | Price Changed | $400,000 | -5.9% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2024 08/14/24 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -5.6% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2024 07/18/24 | For Sale | $450,000 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,445 | $38,001 | $7,591 | $30,410 |
| 2023 | $8,194 | $38,001 | $7,591 | $30,410 |
| 2022 | $8,194 | $38,001 | $7,591 | $30,410 |
| 2021 | $6,262 | $26,366 | $6,251 | $20,115 |
| 2020 | $7,968 | $26,366 | $6,251 | $20,115 |
| 2019 | $6,311 | $29,625 | $6,251 | $23,374 |
| 2018 | $6,042 | $27,075 | $5,358 | $21,717 |
| 2017 | $6,169 | $27,075 | $5,358 | $21,717 |
| 2016 | $6,334 | $27,075 | $5,358 | $21,717 |
| 2015 | $6,419 | $25,730 | $4,688 | $21,042 |
| 2014 | $7,615 | $25,730 | $4,688 | $21,042 |
| 2013 | $6,124 | $25,730 | $4,688 | $21,042 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Daniel Richardson
Seller's Agent in 2025
Daniel Richardson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(773) 682-9601
5 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Mary Childers
Seller's Agent in 2024
Mary Childers
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(847) 322-3885
43 in this area
98 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12113956
APN: 09-07-108-015-0000
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